Requisition Number: TRANS001624

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Description
The Transload Operator is responsible for providing safe and efficient truck loading and railcar unloading various products and commodities. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules

Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs

Award Winning Safety Culture

Employee Ownership Program

Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances

Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

The Transload Operator is responsible for providing safe and efficient truck loading and railcar unloading various products and commodities. Working in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, the incumbents must work well in teams to maximize efficiency and safety, while demonstrating a strong initiative and organizational skills. This is a seasonal position.

When working as a Transload Operator, the incumbent is responsible to:

Operate equipment in a protected and efficient manner to ensure the proper loading and unloading of customer products.

Provide protection of train, track, and equipment

Perform plant and equipment inspections and tests including completing daily inspection and testing of the equipment safety devices

Handle multiple responsibilities including customer service, monitoring equipment, scaling trucks in and out, writing safe work permits, and assisting asphalt orders

Load and unload trucks and unload railcars with hot asphalt products

Operate,



maintain and troubleshoot all systems within the terminal

All employees are responsible to perform any of the duties identified for Transload Operator at any time once trained and qualified in the position. Other responsibilities include:

Keeping the interior of the equipment and work environment safe, clean, and tidy

Promptly reporting all safety, equipment, and track problems to the Team Lead

and/or Manager

Completing daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessary

Exerting “best effort” to protect human life, human safety and company property

Actively participating with the team and providing excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image

Participating in training or company initiatives as required

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

Ability to read and write general documentation including safety briefings, policy and
procedure manuals, and switching lists

Physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from a railcar on a
continuous basis, able to lift and twist air hoses, able to secure rail car brakes, derails, and switches

Knowledge with technology and computer systems with a willingness to use Excel and Outlook daily

Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities

Ability to obtain CROR certification and maintain clear drug & alcohol clearance
throughout their employment

Be willing and able to work in all weather conditions

Education & Experience

Experience operating a forklift or skidsteer preferred

5th or 4th class Power Engineering Certificate an asset but not required

Experience in an industrial environment preferredRail, switching and rail mover experience is an asset

Understanding of process flows and P&ID;’s

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.

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📌 Transload Operator - Power Engineer (British Columbia)
🏢 Cando Rail Service
📍 British Columbia